Rishikesh Tourism

Rishikesh is the Yoga Center of the world and also a famous destination for meditation. The city has also a large number of ashrams and temples and the city has been a holy city attracting a large number of devotees every year to the place. The holy river Ganga is considered to be very sacred by the Hindus and hence people come from vast distance to take a bath in the river. Rishikesh has good public transport facility and the city is crowded with foreigners almost all seasons of the year.

River rafting & Camping

Religious

Zippling and Bungee Jumping

Garhwal Tourist Destinations

Famous For

The holy city of Rishikesh is known for its Yoga and the various ashrams that teach yoga and meditation. Apart from this the city has Uttarakhand’s first two suspension bridges namely Ram Jhula and Lakshman Jhula. The city also has a large numbe of ancient temples. Adventure seekers love this city for the best opportunities they get by River Rafting, camping and Bungee jumping.

The city of Rishikesh is famous for the Yoga festival that is celebrated every year in the city. Foreigners come from different countries of the world to learn yoga and meditation in the city. The city is also crowded with tourists who come here to view the natural beauty of the place or the adventure that drives them here. River rafting, camping and bungee jumping are some of the best adventure activities that attract tourists from different part of the country to this place. There are many ashrams offering free stay for the devotees who come to visit the temples and out of their religious interests.

Rishikesh is the gateway to many other attractions of Uttarakhand that are located in the Garhwal Himalayas like Tehri, Lansdown, Auli, Joshimath and also to the Char-Dham which is a religious tour to four main temples of Uttarakhand including Badrinath, Kedarnath, Yamunotri, Gangotri. The city became very famous after the Beatles came to the city in Maharshi Mahesh Yogi’s Ashram to learn meditation. There are a large number of attractions in Rishikesh apart from religious attractions including river beds, camping sites, waterfalls.

Bungee Jumping place in Rishikesh: Jumping Heights is Bungee Jumping place in Rishikesh.
Places like Brahmpuri, Shivpuri and Marine Drive as popular starting points for river rafting in Rishikesh.

Rishikesh is the Adventure Hub of Uttarakhand. There are a number of activities that adventure junkies would love to do in the city. White-water rafting, camping and bungee jumping are the most popular among the tourists visiting the city. There are a number of places including waterfalls and various ancient temples that can be visited in the city. The Beatles ashram is a hotspot for the large number of fans of this world famous band of the 60’s. Nature walk, Trekking and cycling are two other activites that can be enjoyed while a visit to the city. The shutterbugs can have the most amazing clicks if their piece of interest is nature, adventure or culture.

There are a large number of cafes in the city of Rishikesh. Some of the most famous cafes and restaurants in the city are:
Chotiwala Restaurant: This is one of the oldest restaurants in Rishikesh. The restaurant serves North Indian cuisine and is more famous for the man with the thin ponytail and unique appearance who sits at the entrance of the restaurant.
Freedom Cafe: The riverside location with a beautiful setting is how we can define this place. The cafe is crowded with foreigners most of the time. The cafe is very famous in the city and the outside seating is the best to enjoy the view of the city with the Ganges flowing outside which gives a refreshing experience. The food served is also tasty and most of the foreign dishes are served here.
Pumpernickel German Bakery: This shop is one of the most famous bakeries of the city which serves the best when it comes to a sweet tooth. The filter coffee is a must try for coffee lovers and one can visit her for an English breakfast too.
The sitting Elephant: This is another restaurant in the city which serves the best of Chinese, Indian, International cuisines. The food is delicious in the place and the restaurant is a good option to go for dinner.
There are many other eateries in the city including Little Buddha Cafe, bistro Nirvana, Holywater, free spirit cafe, Ganga View Restaurant and a lot many.

Rishikesh is a city always crowded with tourists and visitors. There are many hotels resorts and places to stay in the city. Some of them are:
Camping: One can stay in a camp for a unique experience while a visit to the city. There are many camping location near the city specially in Shivpuri where the tourists can stay. There are camping locations near the forest area as well as in the shore of the river Ganga.
Hotel Ganga Kinare: This is a beautiful Hotel on the riverside providing a beautiful view of the river Ganga. The location of the hotel is accessible and close to the market area and Lakshman Jhula.
Aloha on the Ganges: Serving the luxury in a beautiful setting, the most beautiful part of this Hotel is the poolside which gives a perfect holiday like feeling and refreshing experience. The cozy rooms will not fail to serve you with the most relaxing experience.
There are a large number of Hotels and resorts in Rishikesh which are in locations which give the best views of the city.

The city with a number of ancient temples has history which has many mythical stories. The city was earlier called Hrishikesh when a famous saint Raibhya Rishi performed penance on the banks of the river and then God Vishnu appeared in the form of Hrishikesh. The famous places in the city like Lakshman Jhula, Bharat temple and Lakshman temples are the few ancient places which were named after the incidents relevant to these names in the History. Adi Shankaracharya established many places in Rishikesh and he was one of the most religious leaders of the contemporary times. Another version of history also says that Lord Vishnu killed the demon called Madhu in the city in the form of Hrishikesh which is from where the city got its name. There is a vast history of this city including the significance of all the places that are a part of the city.

One of the most famous festivals celebrated in Rishikesh is the International Yoga and Musical Festival which is famous all over the country and is visited by people worldwide. This festival constitutes lectures and sessions on Yoga which are conducted by some of the best yoga teachers of the country. Another major festival is Saavan in the month of july. Meditation and Satsang are also held in the city frequently in which devotional songs are taught in the ashrams of the city. There is another famous festival of the city which is known as Kayak Festival which is an opportunity for the kayakers to show their talents as boat cress, down river race and mass boat cross. People from different regions come here to take part in as well as to see this adventure rush held in Rishikesh. Religious fairs are held throughout the year in the city as well as Hindu festivals like Holi and Diwali are celebrated with pleasure in the city.